Katarzyna Zabielska 2024 OEM Summer Factory Breaks in Europe
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What is OEM?
Toyota makes the whole car, but it doesn’t make every single part of the car. Some parts, like the engine or the seats, might be made by other companies. These other companies are called OEMs because they make the original parts used in Toyota’s cars.
- Original: This means the first or initial.
- Equipment: This refers to parts or components.
- Manufacturer: This is a company that makes things.
So, in short an OEM is a company that makes parts or products that other companies use in their own final products. OEM parts are often high quality because they are made to fit and work perfectly in the final product.
Why OEMs are important for car transport companies?
For one, car OEMs produce new cars constantly. This gives transport companies a steady stream of vehicles to move from factories to dealerships, leading to stable income. Knowing when new cars are produced also helps plan their schedules and routes more efficiently.
OEMs maintain high-quality standards, which means the cars are in good condition and less likely to cause issues during transport. This makes the transport process smoother and more predictable.
Long-term contracts with OEMs provide a stable source of income and ensures a continuous demand for transport services, which contributes to business growth and allows for better planning of future investments.
Satisfied OEMs are likely to return with more business, ensuring long-term success for transport companies and strengthening of the company’s reputation in the industry.
10 largest car OEMs in Europe
Europe is home to some of the largest Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) car factories, which are pivotal in the global automotive industry. These factories are often vast complexes producing a wide range of vehicles and contributing significantly to the economies of their host countries.
Here are some of the biggest OEM car factories in Europe:
- Volkswagen Wolfsburg Plant (Germany)
- Renault Flins Plant (France)
- Fiat Mirafiori Plant (Italy)
- BMW Dingolfing Plant (Germany)
- Mercedes-Benz Sindelfingen Plant (Germany)
- Volkswagen Group’s Škoda Mladá Boleslav Plant (Czech Republic)
- Peugeot Sochaux Plant (France)
- Renault-Nissan Sunderland Plant (United Kingdom)
- Volvo Torslanda Plant (Sweden)
- Audi Ingolstadt Plant (Germany)
Summer breaks in OEM factories in Europe
This table provides a clear overview of the estimated production outputs for each factory year round and during July and August, taking into account the seasonal reduction in activity.
These estimates assume a 20% reduction in production during the summer months to account for factory shutdowns and reduced work schedules. Actual production numbers can vary based on specific factory schedules, market demand, and other operational factors.
